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508 XWF

1953 Ford Popular

Black Petrol 1172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,710 mi
Last recorded31,710 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 1953 Ford Popular31,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration508 XWF
MakeFord
ModelPopular
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2025 31,710 miles

underbody and chassis covered in grease

Pass 18 Jun 2012 31,379 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 31,186 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 31,098 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 31,011 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 30,748 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 30,100 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 29,162 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 27,661 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Popular?

Based on 8,935 MOT tests across 1,708 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
288
Miles/Year
90
Year Lifespan
1,708
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 206
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 144
brake binding 143
Stop lamp not working 132
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 124
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508 XWF is a 1953 Ford Popular in Black with a 1,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Ford Popular models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 31,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Popular fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 508 XWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Popular typically stays on UK roads for around 90 years. At 73 years old, this Ford Popular is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 508 XWF?

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What year was 508 XWF registered?

508 XWF is a 1953 Ford Popular, first registered on 1 November 1953.

Is 508 XWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 508 XWF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 508 XWF have outstanding finance?

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